Independent Study Component

1) Write a description of what you plan on doing for your independent study component.

For my independent study component I plan on becoming a coach for Special Olympics Pomona Valley. I attended a workshop which discussed ethics, code of conduct and rules of the game. I am now a coach and started teaching practices.

2) Describe in detail how you think your plan will meet the 30 hours work required.
The workshop to become a coach was six hours. Each week I help teach the practices which are from 8:30-11:30. About once a month there are tournaments that are usually about seven to eight hours. Also, every month there is a coach's meeting.

3) How does your independent study component relate to your working EQ?
My independent study component relates to my working EQ because I am teaching the athletes new skills, not just in a sport but for their everyday lives.  I believe that assisting the athletes will increase their social competence.